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Level 3 Criminology Course in Nottingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

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About this course

Level 3 Criminology Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Bluecoat Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course is free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. A 16 to 19 Bursary Fund is available for households with an income under £33,000 per year.

You'll explore how the criminal justice system works, alongside topics in law, psychology, and social behaviour. The course is designed to sit alongside A level subjects such as sociology, law, and psychology. You'll finish with a WJEC Diploma in Criminology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The course is designed to complement study in related subjects such as A level sociology, law and psychology, and provide an insight into the subject area with a view to further study or training in related subjects. Applied learning allows students to acquire knowledge and understanding in purposeful contexts linked to the criminal justice system.

Entry requirements

5x GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English Language and maths. Grade 5 in two essay-based subjects.

What you will learn

  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system operates in England and Wales.
  • You'll study theories of crime and what drives criminal behaviour.
  • You'll analyse the roles of the police, courts, and prison service.
  • You'll explore how victims are supported within the justice system.
  • You'll evaluate real criminal cases and apply criminological thinking to them.
  • You'll develop essay-writing and analytical skills used in higher education.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, case studies, and written assignments. The WJEC Diploma combines controlled assessment tasks with written examinations. Some units are assessed through coursework you complete during the course. Others are assessed by external exam at the end of the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bluecoat Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, works within UK law enforcement investigating crime.
  • Probation officer, supports offenders through rehabilitation and supervision.
  • Youth justice worker, works with young people in the criminal justice system.
  • Crime analyst, reviews data to support policing and crime prevention.
  • Social worker, supports vulnerable individuals and families in the community.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Criminology, the most direct next step for deeper study of crime and justice.
  • BA (Hons) Sociology or Psychology, closely related degrees that build on the themes in this qualification.
  • BA (Hons) Law, for those drawn toward legal practice or the courts.
  • Higher apprenticeships in policing or social work, for those who prefer an earn-while-you-learn route.
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